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Robert Beasley
April 6, 2024
So sorry to hear of this loss. I knew Pat from us taking a couple of classes together at De Anza during a summer session. He was a kind, warm-hearted, gregarious big guy. He was getting general ed credits during the summer while working part-time doing construction work. One of the classes was Speech. We helped each other out in rehearsing for our talks. He had one speech about a horse-riding adventure with friends at Leland, another about the hardship of playing football on synthetic or astro-turf and how it impacted his knee, and one on the pressures of the upcoming Cal football training camp coming up at the end of summer. He loved the game, was great at playing it, but conveyed a sense of dread of the yearly camp and the physical toll that it took. We went our separate ways and to different universities after the session and, as things often go in life, lost touch. It was good to hear later that he had the shot at the NFL he was looking for and worked hard to get. Based on the other comments, he touched a lot of lives, and is fondly remembered by me in the brief time we ran together.
Bryan Ramona
May 16, 2023
I lost touch with Pat after he left Cal to go to the NFL & then I moved East. I was reminiscing about the old days with some fraternity brothers when a memory I had with Pat eating an entire 5 pound super burrito at Manuel's. That led me to finding this horrible news that I never knew. I know my cousin Dave, who played with Pat at Leland, echoed the wonderful nature & personality plus that Pat brought everywhere. I hope I can bring the same light to the world that Pat shined in his far-too-brief time on this Earth.
Jim Burnham
June 15, 2018
Wow - just heard about this. Pat and I were pals in elementary school, and I always remember him sticking up for me when some other kid started a fight. So sad...
Pam Fisher Brown
August 18, 2014
So late in discovering this... and simply no words. I recall so many great times at Cal, such a sad loss of a great guy. My sympathy to his family and other friends. Rest in peace, my old friend.
Daniel Ramm
April 13, 2013
As I was looking over the Leland web page,I came accross the announcement regarding Pat, i was devasted and so very sorry to hear about his passing. My mind at that point was just flooded with memories that I had about/with Pat. I remember going up against him in football practice. He knocked me on my behind more times than I care to remember. I will never forget the last time I saw him. It had to be at least 25 years ago. My friends and I ran in too him accidently at Almaden Dam one night, long story short, Pat and I laughed and talked story about old times into the wee hours of the night. His laugh was truly infectious. My sincerest condolences to his family. God's Blessings to all of you.
Bill Gaynor
January 1, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Pat's family for their loss, there are just no words that can be expressed . Sorry to say I have not had contact with Pat for thirty years but his memory has always been with me. I knew Pat in the early 1980's working at Mountain Charley's Saloon in Los Gatos after leaving football.
Pat liked to fish the jetti at Half Moon Bay where we sat with his old cooler hoping for a good catch that just never happened, I don't think he really cared he just enjoyed being there. Because Pat had a great sense of humor and we laughed alot thats probably why we didn't catch many fish.
I'm sure he has a special fishing spot he is enjoying now.
David Steimle
December 16, 2012
This is such sad news. When I think of the phrase "winning personality," I see your smile and hear your laugh, Pat. Such great times at Leland and Cal, and with Jim and Vince. I'm blessed by your friendship, and mourn your loss.
My heart goes out to your wife and daughters, to Phil and to all of your family.
Darryl Wallace
December 14, 2012
Pat Graham was an all-around great guy. He laughed so hard he would snap his head back, bringing forth an infectious smile.
Jim Rowse
December 13, 2012
Always tough to lose a classmate. Will miss you Pat. May God wrap his arms around your family during this most difficult time.
Eric Johnson
December 12, 2012
I have many great and fond memories of Pat from back in high school. He was friend and teammate I will never forget. My prayers go out to his family and may God bless you. He was a man with a wonderful spirit and always a positive presence. Many wonderful memories
Nick Geannacopulos
December 12, 2012
I remember Pat in high school and college. He was as an extremely talented person, who more importantly, possessed a very good soul. I am saddened by his loss. My prayers go to his family.
Dave Ramona
December 11, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Graham family, Pat was a great athlete and i loved playing football with him. So many special memories from our Leland days. Rest in peace.
Vince Leeburn
December 8, 2012
The Prayers of the entire Leeburn Family go out to his family. I can see Pat, Jim and Rich playing catch now. We had great times at home and on the road.
Ken LaCosse
December 8, 2012
In high school, I remember Pat possessing a unique talent for anything he attempted. He was a natural, charismatic leader. Once, during a Leland football game celebration, he tossed me in the air like a toothpick! What an athlete!
Kim Buller
December 7, 2012
My sincere condolences to Pat's family. He was a wonderful friend in high school and his warm heart and generous spirit was his gift to us all. May the memory of the love you shared as a family bring you solace in the days ahead, Jami. All my prayers are with you and your family.
Jill Sybalsky
December 7, 2012
Pat lived down the street from me during high school so we saw each other every day on the bus. I went to footballs games and cheered him on. I remember a state championship game were the other team deliberately injured Pat. my father was so mad and upset I thought he was going to jump on the field. I wish his family my condolences.
Michael Schaller
December 7, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers for the Family. Rest in Peace, Pat. You will be missed by many.
Kevin Daly
December 7, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Pat was a very special person. I was lucky to have known him.
Bill, Theresa, Nick & David D'Audney
December 7, 2012
Approximately 20 years ago we had the pleasure of meeting Pat, Jami and the girls through our parents Phyllis Graham and Marvin Greer. Over the years we have many memories of family parties, holiday gathering and even vacations in Tahoe. Pat was a wonderful man and left us all too soon. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jamie and the girls, his brothers and his sister, his mom and the rest of the family. Pat will truly be missed.
Terri Shaw
December 7, 2012
Rest in Peace my old friend. We have so many fun memories! See you in Heaven someday! XOXO
Loretta Keller
December 6, 2012
My thoughts and prayers for the family at this difficult time.
Jeanne Pfeiffer Sommer
December 6, 2012
So sorry to hear of Pat's passing. Loved cheering him on at Leland football games. May happy memories comfort you at this difficult time. A life ended too soon.
Kevin Ashford
December 6, 2012
Pat was a great guy, always charismatic on campus and fun to be around. He sure made speech class bearable. And what a great football player! Pat, the Leland High Class of 77 will sure miss you.
1977 yearbook... pat and me-"senior bests"
December 6, 2012
so sorry to hear of Pat's death. Saw him 10 years ago at our 25 year reunion and it was great reconnecting. He truly had a big impact on many throughout his life. He is missed.
Rebecca (Montez) Elliott
December 6, 2012
Fond memories of a truly gifted and talented man, who had a huge warm heart. Prayers to his family.
SHEP
December 6, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Pat was a great classmate. We had some wonderful times on the athletic field and school. He will be missed. I can still here him yealiing across the quad..SHEPPPP!!!
Louie Des Rochers
December 5, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Graham family and friends.
Pat was a great man and will be truly missed.
Louie Des Rochers
Morgan & Mrs. Morgan
December 4, 2012
Morgan and I have very fond of memories of Pat and are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
maryjane schulenberg
December 4, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with your family ~ I attended High School with Pat. Taken too young ~
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